TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR (LEVELS 1 TO 4; EAGLE RIVER) - Range 20 to 23 / PLU

Open to the general public, Plumbers and Pipefitters (Local 367) members, and any current Municipal Employees.

DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Water & Wastewater Utility (AWWU)
HOURS OF WORK : 4/10s, 5/8s, or Alternate Treatment Schedule
LOCATION: 15524 Artillery Road, Eagle River - Eagle River Wastewater Treatment Facility

This position is represented by the Plumbers & Steamfitters, Local 367, and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Union.

Employees who are hired or rehired to any position shall be placed at the entrance pay step, and advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps.

To be considered for employment, candidates must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Candidates shall be referred and considered for this position in the order as follows per the Collective Bargaining Agreement:

• Internal candidates currently working under the Plumbers & Steamfitters (Local 367) Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Local union dispatched candidates
• External candidates and other current Municipal employees not covered under this agreement

Perform work in the operation, preventive maintenance and minor maintenance of water and/or wastewater treatment plant, including well production and water distribution systems. Work is assigned, performed, supervised, and reviewed based on applicable State of Alaska Operator Certification level and the role of the individual. The required skill and supervision is dependent on the applicable State of Alaska Operator Certification level of the person. Employees are assigned general duties in the broad area of treatment plant systems operations, well production, and water distribution systems. Incumbents work independently with less direct supervision as proficiency level increases. Employees work varying shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays to meet the water and/or wastewater treatment needs of the domestic, commercial, and industrial sectors of the Municipality of Anchorage.

Treatment Plant Operators III and IV are lead positions and assist in the training of other operators, and may be assigned as plant-in-charge crew leader with duties that include assigning, controlling, and checking work for accuracy and conformity with procedures and regulations.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Participate in major emergencies or disasters as outlined in AWWUs disaster plan matrix, which defines each employees potential duties and responsibilities. This may include 12-hour work shifts, which may continue for 72 hours or more starting at any time an event might occur, 7 days a week, 24 hours per day.
LEVEL 1 - RANGE 20 - $39.38 to $42.01

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Provisional Wastewater Treatment certification at time of application.

Wastewater Treatment Operator Level I certification within one (1) year of hire.

A valid State of Alaska Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with satisfactory driving record, tanker endorsement, and no Air Brake restriction at time of hire. Applicants with a Restriction of "L-Vehicles Without Air Brake Systems Only" are not eligible.

Satisfactory drug screening at time of hire.

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High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Wastewater Treatment Operator Level I certification at the time of application.

A valid State of Alaska Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with satisfactory driving record, tanker endorsement, and no Air Brake restriction at time of hire. Applicants with a Restriction of "L-Vehicles Without Air Brake Systems Only" are not eligible.

Satisfactory drug screening at time of hire.

LEVEL 2 - RANGE 21 - $42.01 to $44.06

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Wastewater Treatment Operator Level II certification at the time of application.

A valid State of Alaska Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with satisfactory driving record, tanker endorsement, and no Air Brake restriction at time of hire. Applicants with a Restriction of "L-Vehicles Without Air Brake Systems Only" are not eligible.

Satisfactory drug screening at time of hire.

LEVEL 3 - RANGE 22 - $44.06 to $46.25

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Wastewater Treatment Operator Level III certification at the time of application.

A valid State of Alaska Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with satisfactory driving record, tanker endorsement, and no Air Brake restriction at time of hire. Applicants with a Restriction of "L-Vehicles Without Air Brake Systems Only" are not eligible.

American Red Cross First Aid certification or equivalent, American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or equivalent, and American Red Cross or American Heart Organization Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification or equivalent within six (6) months of hire.

Satisfactory drug screening at time of hire.

LEVEL 4 - RANGE 23 - $46.25 to $48.57

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Wastewater Treatment Operator Level IV certification at the time of application.

A valid State of Alaska Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with satisfactory driving record, tanker endorsement, and no Air Brake restriction at time of hire. Applicants with a Restriction of "L-Vehicles Without Air Brake Systems Only" are not eligible.

American Red Cross First Aid certification or equivalent, American Red Cross Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or equivalent, and American Red Cross or American Heart Organization Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification or equivalent within six (6) months of hire.

Satisfactory drug screening at time of hire.

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If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the candidate's Alaska Class A/B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tank endorsement, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected candidate. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory drug screen prior to beginning work and will be subject to future periodic drug and alcohol tests on a random basis without advance notice.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the satisfactory review and completion of the Previous Employer Alcohol & Drug Test Information Forms. Names, addresses, and phone numbers for positions that required Department of Transportation testing for the last two years will be required in compliance with § 40.25 and § 382.405 (f) and (h).

All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

If you are a union referred applicant, as a condition of employment, you must provide your Union Dispatch Referral Form by the time of hire.

Military Service Interview Preference

Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individuals command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

Application Process

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